Burnham Open to Apology for Britain’s Role in Slave Trade

Prime Minister Andy Burnham said he was open to calls for Britain to formally apologise for its role in the transatlantic slave trade.

Andy Burnham wants talks with affected people. He feels sorrow and regret.

The trade caused great suffering. Caribbean nations want Britain to apologise.

They want money for past harm. They ask before a Commonwealth meeting.

Burnham says money is not right. People today did not cause past wrongs.

Britain will help countries pay debt. They may get more time and better rates.

Section: United Kingdom

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